Engineering Lab Manager Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Eaton's AER FMC Fuel Motion Control Systems Aerospace division is currently seeking a Engineering Test Lab Manager - Aerospace.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $113000 - $165000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
* This role requires working on-site M-F at our Euclid, OH location. Relocation is not available for this role.
What you'll do:
Job Summary
This individual will provide leadership and technical guidance to the engineering test lab function. Primary accountability is for technical and process excellence, but its holder is also measured on personnel leadership, organizational development, and timely results. The position is a part of the engineering leadership team within the Euclid, OH site and performs and leads activities related to the development of test equipment systems for military and commercial aerospace applications; operating and maintaining the engineering mechanical, electrical and fuel laboratories; and execution of product testing and certification.
Job Responsibilities
• Provides strategic leadership for the test engineering team, including setting performance objectives, conducting regular evaluations, and fostering professional growth through targeted training and development opportunities.
• Maintains a safe and compliant test laboratory environment by proactively addressing safety concerns for personnel, visitors, equipment, and facilities.
• Ensures all engineering lab equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and ready for use.
• Provides support to the production test team when requested to solve challenging production test issues.
• Champions a culture of safety and continuous improvement through a comprehensive 5S program, surpassing site expectations.
• Oversees and reports on lab metrics such as safety incidents, first pass yield, cost, and operational efficiency.
• Enforces adherence to established test protocols and drives ongoing process enhancements for quality and productivity.
• Manages the design and manufacture of test equipment in accordance with customer requirements and Eaton standards, supporting both government and commercial clients.
• Develops and manages a dynamic 5-year budget plan covering capital equipment, materials, and staffing for both development and production test equipment needs.
• Leads the implementation of digital tools and data analytics to enhance test lab operations, improve traceability, and enable predictive maintenance.
• Spearheads the implimentation of automation to improve test efficiency.
• Identifies and mitigates risks while leveraging opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinates with cross-functional site leaders to ensure transparent and consistent communication. Establishes and manages relationships with third-party labs to optimize capabilities and value.
• Stays current with industry best practices and emerging technologies, recommending and implementing innovations to maintain the lab's competitive edge.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by the Product Line Engineering Manager.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or Aeronautical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 5 years minimum engineering experience in a lab testing product development Mfg. environment.
• Minimum 3+ years of project leadership experience.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc."
• Candidate will not need sponsorship now or in the future.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within 50 miles of the Euclid, OH facility will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
Preferred Qualifications:
• 10 years engineering experience in a product development / testing environment.
• Minimum two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Experience managing in a union environment.
• Experience in a machining environment.
• Prior experience with assembly MFG. processes.
• Continuous Improvement project experience.
• Strong project management / problem solving skills .
• Experience with working on and leading cross functional teams.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
Technical Knowledge:
- Experience in aerospace fuel component design, test, and troubleshooting.
- Strong working knowledge of National Instruments hardware and LabView software.
- Experience with fuel / hydraulic systems and test stands.
- Ability to spec-out test stand hydraulic and insturmentation needs.
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